Barbara Olioso

Barbara Olioso is a doctor of chemistry with a passion for plant botanicals and sustainability in cosmetic products.

She is based in the UK and has been formulating and specializing in natural and organic cosmetics since 1999, developing skincare and haircare products. Back in 2005 she was behind the launch of the first certified organic eau de toilette with Primavera Aromatherapy, i.e Espa International. Barbara also moderates the Sustainability Corner at in-cosmetics Global and writes for trade magazines.

Her services go from strategic technical support and project management for start ups and SMEs, to incorporate sustainability in NPD for bigger businesses as well as innovative formulation services.

Barbara is author of The Green Chemist's Handbook for Cosmetic Preservation launched in 2021. This handbook is result of her experience to help formulators save time and use 'green chemistry' and 'circular' cosmetic ingredients in their formulations.

Find out more at https://thegreenchemist.com/ and reach out to Barbara on her LinkedIn.